Admission requirements
There are no official admission requirements for this class. However, it is highly recommended that the students have taken BA1 basic introduction to Chinese history (BA 1 Chinese Geschiedenis tot 1911 or equivalent) or basic introduction to history (for non-Chinese majors).
Description
Imperial China I: History and Individuals
This intensive course (3rd-block) is intended to broaden the students’ historical knowledge about imperial China. Through biographies of historical men and women, the students will explore the evolution of government institutions, social and cultural practices, economy, and religion, thereby deepening their understanding of the patterns of change and continuity in Chinese history. The students will also compare methods of historical research and writing that connect the individual and history in creative ways.
Course objectives
Broaden and deepen historical knowledge and understanding of imperial China through secondary and primary sources related to individuals in history
Cultivate critical reading skills; develop abilities to evaluate and synthesize information from multiple sources
Cultivate skills to communicate ideas and analysis effectively (in writing or digital formats)
Timetable
The timetables are available through My Timetable.
Mode of instruction
Seminar
Assessment method
Assessment
Participation: 10%
Paper assignments: 50%
Final exam: 40%
Late submissions will be subject to grade deduction.
Regular, punctual attendance, thorough preparation of reading material, and continuous participation in plenary discussions are also expected.
Weighing
See above.
Resit
In the event of insufficient grade to pass the course, a resit of the final exam can take place. The possibility of resit exists only if each of the originally taken test parts can be considered a serious attempt.
Inspection and feedback
How and when an exam review will take place will be disclosed together with the publication of the exam results at the latest. If a student requests a review within 30 days after publication of the exam results, an exam review will have to be organized.
Reading list
All required readings will be announced on Brightspace and will be available through the Asian Studies library.
Registration
Enrolment through MyStudyMap is mandatory.
General information about course and exam enrolment is available on the website.
Registration À la carte education, Contract teaching and Exchange
For the registration of exchange students contact Humanities International Office.
Contact
For substantive questions, contact the lecturer listed in the right information bar.
For questions about enrolment, admission, etc, contact the Education Administration Office: Herta Mohr
Remarks
None.